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… your gums and the roots of your teeth. Some dentists and dental hygienists will use an ultrasonic tool for the … (tartar) on them. How Well It Works If you maintain good dental care after the procedure, the progression of gum disease …
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… Caregiving: Helping Someone With Eating On this page: … If the person has had a stroke or has swallowing problems, dental problems, or problems with thinking or memory, you … Caregiving: Overview of Personal Care Dental Care for Older Adults Difficulty Swallowing …
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… File shows you where to put numbing creams and patches for infants, toddlers, and older children for routine immunizations. If … pharmacy. You do not need a prescription from your health care provider to buy them. How do I use numbing creams and …
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… are increasingly curious and mobile as they develop Infants and toddlers have thinner skin than adults (the top layer of a … those who are caring for your kids (e.g. grandparents, daycare staff, friends, babysitters) What do I do if my child …
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… Heartburn On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … in your throat, a hoarse voice , wheezing, asthma, dental problems, or bad breath. In this case, heartburn may … such as sinusitis , laryngitis, asthma, pneumonia , and dental problems. Treatment The treatment of heartburn …
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… Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers Health Canada Food Safety Information for … Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers (#110b) Feeding your baby formula: Before you … 6 to 12 months old (#69h) Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers (#69i) Vegan feeding guidelines for babies and …
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… prevent problems. Tell your dentist that you are pregnant. Dental X-rays and local anesthesia are generally safe during pregnancy. So most dental work can be done while you are pregnant. Delaying dental care can make a problem worse. Preventing nosebleeds These …
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… Problems On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … time. Different types of surgery require different home care instructions. Your surgeon will give you specific … or child are different than signs of pain in a baby or toddler . 8 to 10: Severe pain Severe pain 5 to 7: Moderate …
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… can be life-threatening. Seniors 65 years and older, infants and very young children, people who have lung or … with influenza, treating symptoms can help. Follow the self-care advice below: Get plenty of rest and stay home from work, school, daycare and running errands when you are sick Drink extra …
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… the Home Safety Measures Outside the Home Parent Self-Care Overview What can you … you'll need to keep checking the safety of your home. Accidental injuries are one of the leading causes of death in … your baby to sleep on their back to help prevent sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Prevent falls. You can prevent …
